MAURA Higgins took the Golden Globes by storm as she goes all out to crack America.
The former Love Island star mingled with A-listers and was collared by rapper Snoop Dogg for a backstage selfie.
Maura, 35, is on a roll after landing a place in The Traitors US — and insiders said she was determined to break into films.
A source said: “Being invited to the Golden Globes is massive and she used that opportunity wisely.
“Maura is serious about acting and wants to break through into her next role.”
Other stars on the red carpet at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in LA included Jennifer Lawrence, Jennifer Lopez and Jenna Ortega.
J-Lo’s sheer vintage Jean-Louis Scherrer by Stephane Rolland gown turned heads while Jennifer Lawrence’s custom-made Givenchy number drew comparisons to one of the designer’s dresses worn by Beyoncé to the 2015 Met Ball.
Wednesday actress Jenna’s Dilara Findikoglu outfit was demure at the front but daring at the side.
Emma Stone chose a butter yellow top and sparkly skirt from Louis Vuitton while Emily Blunt opted for a one-sleeve gown from the French fashion house.
Selena Gomez wore a classic black Chanel gown, with a white feather trim, while Irish actress Jessie Buckley chose a blue silk Dior dress.
Hedda actress Tessa Thompson was in a metallic green dress from Balenciaga, which she wore with jewellery from Bulgari, and Kate Hudson chose a custom-made Giorgio Armani Privé gown with Swarovski rhinestones on the neckline.
But it was Maura who stole the show.
Since finding fame in Love Island in 2019, she has carved out a career as a model and influencer.
Three years ago she landed a debut role in Irish feelgood film The Spin — and was tipped for success by director Michael Head.
At the end of last year she signed up in the US to Creative Artists Agency, which looks after stars including Zendaya and Ariana Grande.
Maura also switched her publicity team from respected British agency Dundas to American heavyweight Align.
The source said: “Maura means business and is laser-focused.
“She’s incredibly bright and very charming and makes it hard for people not to like her — and that will take her far in Hollywood.
“There is potential for her to split her time between the US and London, where she has a home.
“She couldn’t be more excited for the future.”
Meanwhile, fans watching on TV declared “skinny” was back in fashion amid the fat jabs craze.
Screen veteran Kathy Bates, 77, has credited Ozempic for helping her shift the last 20lb in her 100lb weight drop.
One viewer wrote online: “Did everybody leave their waists at home?”
Another added: “Damn, everybody looking skinny as f***.”